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Nurturing Words: Voices of Experience
Motherless Daughters Ministry
122 episodes
3 days ago
Send us a text Motherless daughters deal with grief in different ways. Today’s episode focuses on a story from one of our blog writers, Dottie Menkhaus, who, at the time, struggled to face reality and deal with her grief. Instead, she tried to ignore it, as so many of us do! This episode focuses on the importance of dealing with our grief and discussing it with others in community. Resources Podcast Episode highlights a blog by Dottie Menkhaus: https://www.motherlessdaughtersministry.com/2020...
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Send us a text Motherless daughters deal with grief in different ways. Today’s episode focuses on a story from one of our blog writers, Dottie Menkhaus, who, at the time, struggled to face reality and deal with her grief. Instead, she tried to ignore it, as so many of us do! This episode focuses on the importance of dealing with our grief and discussing it with others in community. Resources Podcast Episode highlights a blog by Dottie Menkhaus: https://www.motherlessdaughtersministry.com/2020...
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Nurturing Words: Voices of Experience
The Hidden Volcano
Send us a text Motherless daughters deal with grief in different ways. Today’s episode focuses on a story from one of our blog writers, Dottie Menkhaus, who, at the time, struggled to face reality and deal with her grief. Instead, she tried to ignore it, as so many of us do! This episode focuses on the importance of dealing with our grief and discussing it with others in community. Resources Podcast Episode highlights a blog by Dottie Menkhaus: https://www.motherlessdaughtersministry.com/2020...
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3 days ago
14 minutes

Nurturing Words: Voices of Experience
Creating New Traditions
Send us a text The “holiday season” is filled with traditions at every turn. While they anchor us and provide familiarity and predictability, they can also be the source of stress and trigger deep sadness and grief. However, because they create a sense of belonging, gradually introducing new activities can maintain the togetherness and provide needed support for healing. Joy and sadness coexist during the holidays while grieving a loss. The answer to this paradox could be in creat...
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2 weeks ago
16 minutes

Nurturing Words: Voices of Experience
Going Home for the Holidays
Send us a text The “holiday season” is characterized by family gatherings, festive decorations, gift-giving and feasts that include a large variety and amount of food. Minds and hearts are void of negativity and replaced by the spirit of kindness, generosity and good will. Great efforts are put forth and money spent to modify schedules, arrange travel and buy gifts. But there is an entirely different scenario for a large population of people that the media does not acknowledge. Christine Fish...
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1 month ago
16 minutes

Nurturing Words: Voices of Experience
Mothering Without a Mother
Send us a text We never outgrow the need for the love, support, and nurturing of a mother or a mother figure. This is true during life’s special times and milestones. Entering motherhood is such a time. This episode features a conversation about mothering without a mother. Two of our volunteers, Sarah Lynn Wells and Natalie Lundstrom, discuss their experience of mothering as motherless daughters. The Motherless Daughters Ministry offers a variety of resources to support the mother loss ...
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1 month ago
22 minutes

Nurturing Words: Voices of Experience
An Interview with Vanessa West
Send us a text Our "Voices of Experience" are the best ones to tell you about the Motherless Daughters Ministry (MDM). Healing from the impact of loss is different for every individual. While our experiences are unique, there are common threads that bind us into a supportive community of sisters. Vanessa West is now a part of the ministry with her own unique voice. In this episode, our Podcast Administrator, Sarah Lynn Wells interviews her about how she learned about the ministry, and t...
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1 month ago
25 minutes

Nurturing Words: Voices of Experience
A Motherless Daughter in "Wicked"
Send us a text Sometimes, when you watch a movie or read someone’s story, there are parts of it you overlook. This episode features the experience of Sarah Lynn Wells, Podcast Administrator and blog writer, as she watches the movie “Wicked” with fresh eyes. She noticed, for the first time, that the main character, Elphaba, is also a motherless daughter. While not the focus of the story, it does shed some light on her and helps the author think about some things she’s wrestled with as well. Th...
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2 months ago
17 minutes

Nurturing Words: Voices of Experience
When the Storm Hits
Send us a text Getting hit by a storm and trying to deal with the aftermath is a lot like what many of us deal with when losing someone we love. Finding community and experiencing the power of presence from others is crucial in navigating grief. Sometimes what we really need is someone to listen and show up emotionally. This episode is a powerful analogy authored by our Founder, Dr. Mary Ellen Collins. The Motherless Daughters Ministry offers a variety of resources to support the mother...
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2 months ago
23 minutes

Nurturing Words: Voices of Experience
It's Not Supposed to Be This Way
Send us a text It is natural for us to set up expectations. But when things don’t go the way we expect, what determines how we respond? It’s different for everyone. But the earlier we learn how to control that response, the better. This episode features Cathy DiBella’s review of the book entitled “It’s Not Supposed to Be This Way,” by Lisa TerKeurst. The book addresses walking through disappointment with a “biblical insight.” Cathy gives us an inspiring look at transforming the in...
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3 months ago
19 minutes

Nurturing Words: Voices of Experience
Peeling Back the Layers
Send us a text Healing from the impact of loss is a major focus of the Motherless Daughters Ministry offerings. It requires work that is sometimes painful. In our humanity, we try to avoid pain. But when it cannot be avoided, we diligently seek to alleviate it. Painful memories, thoughts, and experiences get neatly tucked away under layers of coping mechanisms and routines. Over time, we become insulated from the hurtful feelings of the past and difficult truths. Christine Fishe uniquely shar...
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3 months ago
18 minutes

Nurturing Words: Voices of Experience
Free To Be Me
Send us a text What's holding you back from being free to be the best version of yourself possible? Do you have interests, hopes, and dreams that have been neglected? Sometimes our past can restrict the ability to discover who we are and grow to our potential. Dr. Mary Ellen Collins, our Founder, uses vivid imagery to challenge us to free ourselves to grow forward. &nbs...
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4 months ago
16 minutes

Nurturing Words: Voices of Experience
If the Crown Fits
Send us a text Childhood experiences may not get a label until well into adulthood. It may be years before we acquire the language to describe how our life has been impacted by our past. Even if the explanation is objectionable, it is tailor-made for us to wear. When we discover truths, it is upon us to decide how to respond. Dr. Mary Ellen Collins, the Motherless Daughter Ministry Founder, opens the door on her experience. The Motherless Daughters Ministry offers a variety of resources to su...
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4 months ago
14 minutes

Nurturing Words: Voices of Experience
Journey to Healing II
Send us a text Healing from the impact of loss is a cyclical journey. Instead of a destination we acquire new knowledge and skills to manage grief and become our best selves. This episode is the continuation of Dottie Menkhaus’ story. It encompasses the last 2 parts of her 3-part blog about her journey toward healing from the impact of mother loss. The previous episode includes an interview update from the author and provides insight into the tools she gained to strengthen her journey. ...
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5 months ago
29 minutes

Nurturing Words: Voices of Experience
Journey to Healing I
Send us a text Healing from the impact of loss is truly a journey. There is no destination when it comes to grief. Every experience is unique because of our individual circumstances. It is impossible to create a timeline for this process because it requires something different for each individual. So, we describe the “journey” one story at a time. Today’s episode is Dottie’s story. Her “voice of experience” may encourage you on a healing pathway. Resources ...
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5 months ago
47 minutes

Nurturing Words: Voices of Experience
Journey Retreat Testimonies
Send us a text Voices of experience are the best ones to share information about “The Journey Retreat.” Our flagship offering is designed to provide a personalized experience in a safe environment with women who understand. These four testimonies give a glimpse of the powerful purpose-driven design of this retreat. The next Motherless Daughters Ministry “Journey Retreat” is June 6-9, 2025. Registration is open NOW!. A discount is available for early birds. Save your spot today! Visit ou...
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6 months ago
17 minutes

Nurturing Words: Voices of Experience
Stepping Out of the Boat
Send us a text Sometimes taking a step out in faith can be challenging and scary! Today’s episode focuses on following God out of our comfort zone and into what He is calling us to do. This can be hard for motherless daughters navigating grief. But, remaining where we are may be missing out on extraordinary plans God has for us or others to whom we will witness. ...
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6 months ago
12 minutes

Nurturing Words: Voices of Experience
The Journey Retreat Panel Interview
Send us a text “The Journey Retreat’ is a residential retreat focusing on mother loss and its effect on your life. The evolution of this offering has created an experience that is transformative. This interview brings together individuals who have attended and facilitated the event to provide inside information helpful to those wishing to attend. Our Founder, Mary Ellen Collins, interviews 5 women who give their personal experiences with the “The Journey.” Resources M...
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7 months ago
49 minutes

Nurturing Words: Voices of Experience
The Hidden Picture
Send us a text Grief often feels like something we wear every day that most people do not seem to notice. But, when you find someone who understands, they seem to notice right away. This episode is based on a blog post written by Sarah Lynn Wells, our Podcast Administrator. Her focus is on the importance of community in the healing journey. A hidden picture serves as an effective illustration for grief. &...
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7 months ago
13 minutes

Nurturing Words: Voices of Experience
Meet the Authors: April Cunningham
Send us a text Our “Meet the Authors” series features writers who have published books focused on their mother loss stories. This episode features the work of Alice Cunningham, author of Daughters on the Journey. The book not only features her journey, but that of nine (9) other women. She provided a compassionate and safe environment to share their experiences, encourage other motherless daughters, and celebrate their mother’s legacy. Their stories are all unique but share common threads tha...
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8 months ago
43 minutes

Nurturing Words: Voices of Experience
Making Choices
Send us a text Becoming motherless was not a choice, but everything after that becomes an opportunity to exercise that power. Making choices is not always an easy task. Our feelings, emotions, people, and circumstances get in the way. However, some factors can facilitate our decisions. Julie Thompson is a gifted blog writer who has contributed significantly to our library. She shared her experiences that others may find their way toward healing from the impact of loss. Her journey encou...
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8 months ago
15 minutes

Nurturing Words: Voices of Experience
Meet the Authors: Mershon Neisner
Send us a text The “Meet the Author” series is an opportunity to connect with some wonderful authors in our community. You may have already read some of their work. Attending the live interviews gives you an opportunity to submit your questions to be answered during the interview. You can hear information from these interviews when adapted for the podcast format. The show notes contain information about their work. We are pleased to introduce Mershon Neisner, author of Mom’s Gone, Now W...
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8 months ago
52 minutes

Nurturing Words: Voices of Experience
Send us a text Motherless daughters deal with grief in different ways. Today’s episode focuses on a story from one of our blog writers, Dottie Menkhaus, who, at the time, struggled to face reality and deal with her grief. Instead, she tried to ignore it, as so many of us do! This episode focuses on the importance of dealing with our grief and discussing it with others in community. Resources Podcast Episode highlights a blog by Dottie Menkhaus: https://www.motherlessdaughtersministry.com/2020...